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Sidney Poitier, Tony Curtis, Sammy Davis Jr and Jack Lemmon on the lot of Goldwyn Studios, 1959.

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The golden days of Hollywood are remembered fondly by many. On the lot of Goldwyn Studios in 1959, four of the biggest stars in the business – Sidney Poitier, Tony Curtis, Sammy Davis Jr. and Jack Lemmon – were all gathered together in one place. These four actors, and their many films, would go on to define a generation. Sidney Poitier was already an Academy Award winner, having won Best Actor for his role in “Lilies of the Field” in 1963. Tony Curtis was a leading man in films such as “Some Like It Hot” and “The Defiant Ones”. Sammy … Sidney Poitier, Tony Curtis, Sammy Davis Jr and Jack Lemmon on the lot of Goldwyn Studios, 1959. részletei…

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The French SNECMA Coléoptère vertical take-off aircraft, which first flew on 6 May 1959.

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On 6 May 1959, French aircraft manufacturer SNECMA created aviation history with the successful test flight of their revolutionary Coléoptère vertical take-off aircraft. Unveiled in the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale’s (FAI) official report, the flight marked the first successful test of a vectored thrust aircraft that was able to take off vertically, hover and land in the same spot. The Coléoptère was powered by two SNECMA Atar 101G engines which produced 4.98 kN (1,125 lbf) of thrust each. The aircraft was able to reach a maximum altitude of 7,800 feet, with a maximum speed of 250 mph. After its initial test … The French SNECMA Coléoptère vertical take-off aircraft, which first flew on 6 May 1959. részletei…

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Last photo of Buddy Holly, 1959.

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It’s hard to believe that 60 years have passed since the last photo of Buddy Holly was taken in 1959. This iconic photo captures the rock ‘n roll legend in all his glory, a reminder of the incredible music he left behind. The photo shows Buddy Holly onstage at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, just one day before his fatal plane crash. His beaming smile and electric energy are a testament to his passion for music and his ability to capture the hearts of fans around the world. Although he was taken from us too soon, his legacy … Last photo of Buddy Holly, 1959. részletei…

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Smartphone, USA, 1959

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The smartphone revolution began in 1959 in the United States with the launch of the Motorola DynaTAC 8000X. It was the first commercially available mobile phone and the first one to be widely adopted. It weighed a whopping 2.5 pounds and cost $3,995, making it a luxury item used mostly by business people. The device was revolutionary in its time and changed the way people communicate with each other. The DynaTAC paved the way for the modern smartphone as we know it today, with features such as email, web browsing, and multimedia capabilities. Today, smartphones are an integral part of … Smartphone, USA, 1959 részletei…